EC&I Technician – Plymouth

We’re recruiting for multiple EC&I Technicians to join a major industrial project in Plymouth, supporting refurbishment, maintenance, and upgrade works on a wide range of plant equipment.

Key Role

You’ll be involved in inspecting, testing, fault finding, and recommissioning equipment, as well as upgrading and modifying older systems, including panel building, rewiring, calibration, and setting to work.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Electrical, control & instrumentation maintenance and upgrades
• Fault finding on motors, drives, control systems, and instrumentation
• Testing, inspection, and condition reporting
• PLC, SCADA, and VSD/DOL work
• Instrument calibration, loop checking, and valve setups
• Reading P&IDs and electrical drawings
• Supporting safe systems of work and permit procedures
• Working closely with mechanical and operations teams

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 (Electrical / Control / Instrumentation) or equivalent
• 5+ years’ industrial experience
• Strong fault-finding and test/inspection skills
• Experience with 3-phase systems, instrumentation, and control systems
• Understanding of safe systems of work

Desirable

• 18th Edition
• 2391 Inspection & Testing
• Confined space, working at height, or slinging/signaller tickets

Additional Information

• All employees are required to undergo drug and alcohol screening
• Initially Monday–Friday, 7am–4pm (future shift pattern to be confirmed)
• Salary is dependent on experience
• Due to site location, candidates must have their own reliable transport

Apply

To apply, follow the instructions below or contact Cat or Jo on 01752 421888 for an informal, confidential discussion.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Mechanical Fitter – Plymouth

We are looking for experienced Mechanical Fitters to join our client’s busy engineering team in Plymouth.

The role involves assembling, installing, maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment, carrying out fault finding, and working from engineering drawings to ensure machinery operates safely and efficiently.

Key Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Previous experience as a Mechanical Fitter
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics and pneumatics
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Additional Information

• All employees are required to undergo drug and alcohol screening
• Shift pattern role
• Salary dependent on experience
• Own transport is essential due to the site location

What’s on Offer

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established company offering a varied, hands-on role within a supportive engineering team.

Apply Now

To apply, please follow the application instructions below. For an informal and confidential discussion, contact Cat or Jo on 01752 421888.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we will work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive and collaborative workplaces, regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity or background.

Health & Safety Manager

Location: Plymouth
Salary: £55,000 – £70,000 + Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join a large-scale industrial operation in Plymouth.

This is a strategic leadership role where you’ll be responsible for developing and driving the Health & Safety agenda across a complex, high-risk environment. You’ll lead the implementation of robust management systems, promote a proactive safety culture, and support continuous improvement across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Health & Safety strategy and systems.
• Maintain and improve ISO 45001 management systems.
• Manage audits, inspections, risk assessments, and investigations.
• Provide expert guidance on UK Health & Safety legislation.
• Support operational teams with contractor management and safe systems of work.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Health & Safety team.
• Drive a positive and proactive safety culture throughout the organisation.

About You

• Proven experience in a senior Health & Safety role within heavy industry, manufacturing, mining, quarrying, engineering, or a similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience implementing and managing ISO-certified systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) essential.
• CMIOSH status, or working towards it, is desirable.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces, regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Next Steps

For an informal discussion, please call Jo or Cat on 01752 421888 or apply as instructed.

Sphere Solutions Ltd is a leading construction recruitment agency specialising in providing top-quality staffing solutions across the construction sector. With a strong presence in Cardiff, Bristol, Gloucester, Taunton, Plymouth, Truro, Southampton, and throughout Wales and the South West, we are committed to connecting talented professionals with outstanding career opportunities.

Site Manager – Defence Construction Project

North Devon

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a new build project within the defence sector in the North Devon area.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering works for the MoD.

The project consists of a new build facility incorporating RC and steel frame, with associated groundworks. There is also an opportunity to become involved in the pre-construction phase ahead of site start.

The Role

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards.

This is not considered a highly complex build, but candidates must have solid general building knowledge and experience managing construction projects from inception through to completion.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Site Manager on new build construction projects
• Strong understanding of general building practices and sequencing
• SMSTS
• CSCS Card
• Asbestos Awareness (preferred)
• MoD pass (desirable but not essential)

Due to the nature of the project, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS check and security clearance. Assistance with this process will be provided.

Package & Flexibility

The client can offer either permanent or Fixed-Term Contract options, alongside long-term progression opportunities within the business.

Apply Now

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in more detail, please call 01752 421888 and ask for Jo or Cat.

To apply, please follow the instructions below or contact Jo directly for a confidential discussion.

Sphere Solutions are a market-leading recruitment specialist within the built environment across the South West & Wales.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Adoptions Manager

Location: Exeter
Job Type: Permanent / Full-time

A new opportunity has arisen to join a long-standing contractor who is seeking an experienced Adoptions Manager to oversee the legal and technical handover of newly completed infrastructure.

Suitable candidates must have extensive knowledge of utilities, drainage, roads, and groundwork packages relating to residential developments. A key responsibility of the role will be ensuring adoptions are managed from inspection through to completion, with all approved documentation in place to enable the release of bonds and maintenance handover to the relevant authority.

The Role

• Oversee compliance with adoptable standards including:
  • Highways S278
  • S38 Roads & Sewers
  • SWW S102, S104 & S185
• Liaise with clients and designers to obtain authorisation for changes to agreed standards and drawings.
• Manage remedial works required to ensure roads are adopted on completed developments.
• Use and understand company operational and management systems.
• Provide advice and ensure all records and inspections are completed and accurately documented.

The Person

• Strong knowledge and understanding of adoption and infrastructure works associated with new-build housing estates, including:
  • Sewers
  • Roads
  • Utilities
• Technically minded with a thorough understanding of relevant section agreements.
• Good legal understanding of bonds, certificates, and title deeds.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• HNC or Degree qualified in Construction, Planning, Engineering, or a related discipline would be advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence required, as travel across the South West will be necessary.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Car or car allowance
• Pension scheme
• Annual bonus
• Opportunity to join an award-winning and well-established team

To Apply

Please follow the application instructions below or contact Jo or Cat on 01752 421888 for an informal conversation.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Site Manager – Hotel Construction Project

Cardiff | Competitive Salary + Package

Site Manager required for a major hotel construction project in Cardiff.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Site Manager to join a leading main contractor delivering a flagship hotel development in Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role on a high-profile project from the structural frame stage through to external envelope completion.

Reporting directly to the Project Manager, you will initially take responsibility for the successful installation of a Light Steel Frame (LSF) structure, before overseeing the delivery of the roofing and cladding packages to programme, budget and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the installation of the Light Steel Frame package.
• Oversee roofing and cladding subcontractors, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time and to specification.
• Ensure all site activities comply with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Monitor progress against programme and identify solutions to maintain project milestones.
• Conduct regular site inspections and quality assurance checks.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractor activities.
• Chair site meetings and communicate effectively with the Project Manager and wider project team.
• Review RAMS, permits and construction documentation.
• Maintain accurate site records, progress reports and health & safety documentation.
• Drive high standards of workmanship and site presentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Site Manager on large-scale construction projects.
• Previous experience managing Light Steel Frame (LSF) installations.
• Strong knowledge of roofing and cladding packages within a main contractor environment.
• Experience delivering hotel, commercial, residential or mixed-use developments.
• Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and coordinate complex site activities.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and programme management.
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications are essential.

What’s On Offer

• Opportunity to work on a landmark hotel development in Cardiff.
• Long-term project with a respected and growing contractor.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive project team and excellent career development opportunities.
• Chance to take ownership of key structural and envelope packages on a major build scheme.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Site Manager, Construction Site Manager, Senior Site Manager, or have significant experience managing Light Steel Frame, Roofing, and Cladding packages, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration.

Keywords

Site Manager, Construction Site Manager, Senior Site Manager, Cardiff Jobs, Hotel Construction, Hotel Build, Light Steel Frame, LSF, Roofing, Cladding, Main Contractor, Construction Management, Commercial Construction, SMSTS, CSCS.

Electrician

Location: Plymouth
Salary: £19–£24 per hour

We’re looking for experienced Electricians to join a busy industrial site in Plymouth, carrying out maintenance, fault finding, repairs, and installations on a range of plant equipment and electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Planned and reactive electrical maintenance.
• Fault finding on motors, drives, pumps, conveyors, and control panels.
• Installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical equipment.
• Electrical inspections and testing.
• Supporting plant upgrades and improvement projects.
• Working safely and maintaining accurate maintenance records.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation/Maintenance (or equivalent).
• 18th Edition qualification.
• Experience within industrial, manufacturing, heavy plant, quarrying, or mining environments.
• Strong fault-finding skills on three-phase systems and industrial equipment.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Inspection & Testing (2391) qualification desirable.

Additional Information

• All employees are required to undergo drug and alcohol screening.
• This position operates on a shift pattern: 5 days on, 5 days off, 12-hour shifts.
• Pay rate is dependent on experience.
• Due to the site location, candidates must have their own reliable transport.

What’s on Offer?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing industrial operation with long-term career prospects.

Apply Today

To apply, please follow the application instructions below, or contact Cat or Jo on 01752 421888 for an informal and confidential discussion.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces—regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Contracts Manager – Groundworks

Location: North Devon
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Circa £60,000–£75,000 + Package

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager with residential groundworks and/or civil engineering experience to join a successful, long-standing regional subcontractor managing residential sites across the North Devon area.

With an expansion phase in full swing and a large client base of repeat business, this is a great time to join and enhance your career.

The Role

Reporting to the Construction Director, your duties will include:

• Overall management of designated sites
• Maintaining on-site health and safety compliance and standards
• Managing site teams, direct labour, and subcontractors
• Ensuring all plant and materials are fit for purpose
• Ensuring all PPE and on-site HSE requirements are in place
• Managing short- and long-term programmes and planning to deliver projects on time
• Liaising with internal and external Health & Safety consultants, advisors, and auditors
• Attending client meetings and providing regular progress updates
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Working closely with commercial and technical teams
• Recruiting and managing site teams and labour, including overseeing ongoing training and HR matters

Requirements

• Experience at Contracts Manager level within residential groundworks
• Strong programming and planning skills
• Good understanding of health and safety management, RAMS, and COSHH
• Relevant SMSTS qualification
• Commercial and financial awareness
• Full UK Driving Licence

Package

Salary is dependent on experience but is expected to be in the region of £60,000–£75,000, plus:

• Company vehicle or car allowance
• Additional package benefits

Apply

For an informal discussion, please call Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888, or click Apply to embark on this journey with us.

About Sphere Solutions

Sphere Solutions are a market leader in the South West & Wales construction recruitment sector, with offices in Truro, Plymouth, Taunton, Bristol, Cardiff, and Gloucester.

We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional, and national contractors, developers, and consultancies, offering a bespoke, discreet, and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Senior Quantity Surveyor 

Location: Portsmouth 
Salary: £65,000–£75,000 + Package (DOE) 
Type: Permanent 
Start Date: Immediate 

About the Company

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a highly reputable construction company based in Portsmouth. The business specialises in refurbishment, extensions, partial demolition, and infill projects across a variety of sectors, with a strong focus on education and sewage treatment plant works.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects throughout 2026 and beyond, they are now seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and well-established contractor offering long-term career progression and involvement in a diverse range of projects.

The Role

The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing all commercial and surveying aspects across multiple construction projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project finances, budgets, and contracts 
• Carry out cost estimation and feasibility assessments 
• Prepare and manage tender documentation 
• Undertake risk management and commercial reporting 
• Complete site valuations and attend site visits 
• Manage subcontractor payments and final accounts 
• Prepare initial project budgets 
• Negotiate contracts and commercial terms 
• Monitor and manage project cash flow 
• Produce and manage trade packages including groundworks, M&E, and drainage packages 

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry 
• Previous experience delivering education sector projects such as schools or universities 
• Strong time management and organisational skills 
• Experience working with NEC contracts and JCT contracts is desirable 
• Good understanding of construction health & safety regulations 
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail 
• Relevant Quantity Surveying qualification or degree equivalent 

What’s on Offer

• Permanent position with a well-established contractor 
• Salary between £65,000–£75,000 + package (DOE) 
• Strong pipeline of secured work across 2026 and 2027 
• Excellent career progression opportunities 
• Stable, long-term opportunity within a growing business 

Apply Now

For an informal and confidential discussion, please contact Cameron on  07484 498209 or apply as instructed.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

Senior Bid Writer

Bristol Office / Hybrid Working
️ Construction & Infrastructure
Full-Time | Permanent
£50,000 – £60,000 + Excellent Benefits

A leading construction and infrastructure organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Bid Writer to join its growing Work Winning team based in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented bid professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys creating high-quality, compelling submissions that secure major projects across the UK.

The Opportunity

As Senior Bid Writer, you will play a key role in developing persuasive bid and tender responses across a range of construction and infrastructure projects. Working closely with operational, technical, and commercial teams, you will help shape winning strategies and ensure all submissions are engaging, compliant, and delivered to the highest standard.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Private healthcare and dental cover
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Generous annual leave plus wellbeing days
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and manage high-quality bid and tender submissions
• Collaborate with technical teams and key stakeholders to develop winning content
• Support bid strategy development, win themes, and key differentiators
• Review and edit submissions to ensure clarity, compliance, and quality
• Manage multiple deadlines and live opportunities simultaneously
• Maintain bid libraries, templates, and knowledge management resources
• Support and mentor junior team members within the bid function

About You

• Proven experience in bid writing within construction, engineering, or infrastructure
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading abilities
• Strong understanding of tender processes and bid compliance requirements
• Ability to translate technical information into clear, engaging content
• Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills
• Able to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines

For further information or a confidential discussion, get in touch today.